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Babies vs. Plastic: A Year On, What’s Changed?

Emma Holm-Olsen November 23, 2024

A year after our report, Babies vs. Plastics, what new research has emerged?

How Waves Make Electricity: Wave Power!

Emily Walker November 22, 2024

Tidal energy uses ocean movement to generate clean electricity, providing sustainable energy for coastal communities.

Water World: Hydro-power!

Emily Walker November 21, 2024

Hydropower uses the flow of water to generate clean, reliable energy, making it a powerful source for powering homes.

Watt’s In A Book: 4 Energizing Reads on Renewable Power

Emily Walker November 20, 2024

Empower young minds with this K-12 Renewable Energy reading list.

Earth’s Secret Energy: Geothermal!

Emily Walker November 20, 2024

Geothermal energy takes the Earth’s heat and turns it into clean and affordable energy.

Thank A Teacher Today – They Change Lives!

Emily Walker November 19, 2024

Celebrate American Education Week by honoring the teachers who inspire us.

Wind Power: Blowing In The Breeze

Emily Walker November 19, 2024

Wind energy saves money, teaches clean energy, fights climate change, and inspires our future.

01 How Trash Impacts The Environment

EARTHDAY.ORG – July 10 2024

02 You Are What You Eat: Plastics In Our Food

EARTHDAY.ORG – August 16, 2023

03 5 Reasons We Need Trees For A Healthy Planet

EARTHDAY.ORG – March 21, 2024

04 6 Arguments To Refute Your Climate Denying Relatives

EARHDAY.ORG – November 21, 2023

05 How deforestation affects the water cycle

Bani Dhaliwal – February 8, 2023

Earth Day In The News

EV Geek - Renewable Energy Revolution with Earthday.org

Joel and Sebastian chat with Aidan Charron, Associate Director of Global Earth Day/earthday.org about climate change and the future of renewable energy!

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Hidden in Plain Sight: How Everyday Items Fill Our Bodies With Microplastics

Microplastics easily enter and accumulate in the human body, but their health impacts remain elusive.

My Green Pod Magazine, November 2024 - COP 29 SPECIAL ISSUE

This special COP 29 issue includes some of the incredible people presenting real solutions to the problems we face...

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Karuna Singh | Grassroots climate action in Asia: the role of community-led initiatives

Karuna was on the steering committee for India of the Global Environment Facility, UNDP, the Government of India Ministry of Environment, Forest and...

Earth Science Week | How are plastics changing our world?

Join us as experts delve into the widespread impact of plastics, from microplastics in our ecosystems to their influence on geological dynamics.

S&P Global | Why climate literacy matters for business, growing the green workforce

At Climate Week NYC 2024, many conversations focused on improving public understanding of...

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Redem | La importancia de incluir la Educación Climática en las NDCs

Los proyectos de Educación Climática que se alinean con las Contribuciones Determinadas a Nivel Nacional (NDCs)...

The Gleaner | Emily Walker | Cell phones versus classrooms

As we recognised World Teacher Day on October 5, there can be....

Tele Ambiante | Microplastiche, ftalati e bisfenoli, uno studio svela i rischi per gli animali domestici

Uno studio di Earthday.org ha rivelato l’impatto di microplastiche, bisfenoli e ftalati...

Green Me | La plastica è pericolosa anche per gli animali domestici, i rischi “invisibili” per cani e gatti in un nuovo report

Un nuovo rapporto rivela l'impatto della plastica sulla salute degli animali...

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Il Salvagente | Lo studio: i pericoli della plastica sui nostri animali domestici

Bisfenoli, ftalati, microplastiche sono notoriamente un rischio per l’uomo. Ora una ricerca di Earthday.org...

Jellybeans in the City | Our Power, Our Planet: Earth Day 2025 Calls for a Renewable Energy Revolution

As Earth Day 2025 approaches, it’s not just another day to celebrate our planet. This year, it’s a rallying cry for a...

The Gleaner | Five illuminating facts you should know about solar energy

Imagine a world where your home is powered by the same force that lights up the sky every day. No more hefty...

X | Nominate trailblazers for EARTHDAY.ORG’s Earthshot Prize.

X | EARTHDAY.ORG ANNOUNCES THE GLOBAL THEME FOR EARTH DAY 2025: Our Power

The International Schools Podcast | A conversation with Emily, Dennis, and Bryce from EarthDay.org

Join us for a conversation with Emily, Dennis, and Bryce from Earth Day as we explore the impact of climate....

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Bloomberg | Sarah, Duchess of York, Gives Youth a Boost on Climate Change

Young environmental activists shut out of high-level climate policy discussions in the US and abroad have an unusual patron these days: Sarah, Duchess of York.

IMC Journal | CREATING A FUTURE READY MUMBAI

Volume 116 | Issue 1 | July - August 2024

Woof Republic | EARTHDAY.ORG Research Shows Plastics Could Be Harming Pets -- Here's What You Can Do to Protect Your Beloved Animal

Here at Woof Republic, we want to do everything possible to keep...

Tribune Content Agency | Animal Doctor: Plastic Risks for Pets

The group Earthday.org has released a new report regarding the effects of exposure to plastics on our pets.

News Wires | National CleanUp Day Returns for Its Eighth Year, Mobilizing Millions Nationwide on September 21

The annual event will attract droves of volunteers to help clean their communities

Hechinger Report | Theater, economics and psychology: Climate class is now in session

How colleges are trying to make a dent in climate change

Our Power, Our Planet: Earth Day 2025 Calls for a Renewable Energy Revolution

As Earth Day 2025 approaches, it’s not just another day to celebrate our planet. This year...

Pets vs Plastic | Pet Food to Pet Toys, Protecting the Health of Your Pets

If you're a pet owner, this episode is a MUST listen! In my discussion with Aiden, we cover why exposure...

The Times Tribune - Plastics pose hidden dangers to pets

As more people bring pets into their homes and the prevalence of plastics creates hidden dangers for animals, Rebecca Martino offered some suggestions to keep furry friends safe...

New Study Sheds Light On The Harmful Effect of Plastics On Pets

We all know how harmful microplastics are – both for the environment and for our health. However, it seems that the effects of plastics...

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Environmental group raises alarm about plastics and pets

Environmental advocacy group Earthday.org (EDO) is warning pet owners about exposure to toxic plastics...

Report exposes lack of regulation on pet toys and microplastic risks

A new report was just released by Earthday.org, which discusses the current state of research and regulation around the globe with...

Five Ways Plastic is Sneaking into Your Pet’s Life

In the morning when I wake up, I pop out my plastic retainers and brush my teeth using my plastic toothbrush. I take a shower...

Bloomberg - Biden Seeks 2035 Ban on Single-Use Plastic in Federal Government

The House is back and immediately diving back into work on the fiscal 2025 appropriations bills, setting up floor votes this week...

The New Lede -The perils of plastics extend to our pets

By now, you’d practically have to be living on Mars not to have heard about the health risks associated with plastics and the...

My Green Pod - EARTHDAY.ORG releases new report highlighting the impact of plastics on our pets

EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO) has released a shocking new report exploring the exposure of pets to microplastics and toxic plastic chemicals...

The Snout - Your pet is at far greater risk from plastic than you think

Anew report released by Earthday.org, a leader in advocacy for Earth Day, which is celebrated on April 22 since 1970, reveals...

Truth About Pet Food - New Report: Pets Vs. Plastics

The organization Earthday.org has released a new report regarding the exposure of plastics on our pets...

The Gleaner - Kathleen Rogers | Plastics: It’s personal

The battle against plastics began decades ago. In the early days, the focus was on the proliferation of plastic pollution and...

Yahoo! Finance - Earthday.org spotlights impact of plastic chemicals on pets

The report focuses first on bisphenol A (BPA). This controversial chemical is used to line pet food cans to prevent...

The Gleaner - Emily Walker | Storytelling matters – now more than ever

Stories stick with us, shape us, and teach us. That is why stories are the most valuable resource we can give all students. Written stories are powerful...

Global Sustainable Sport - Earth Day seeking sustainability improvements in sport

Earth Day has identified the sporting industry as a key area to target in the fight against the climate crisis, but why is this?

My Green Pod - World Environment Day

In this issue we look at some of the many ways you can do your bit to protect the environment and be part of what UNEP’s calling ‘generation restoration’.

EARTHDAY.ORG RELEASES CLIMATE EDUCATION vs. THE CLIMATE CRISIS

ASHINGTON, April 10, 2024 /CNW/ -- EARTHDAY.ORG is the global force behind Earth Day, which activates one billion people...

EARTHDAY.ORG Highlights Climate Education as Key to Combating Climate Crisis in New Report

EARTHDAY.ORG is the global force behind Earth Day, which activates one billion people around the world every April 22 to advocate for the health of our planet...

Educator Voice: How teaching climate education affects students

Earth Day Director of Education and former Montgomery County Public Schools Education Head Bryce Coon wants to build even more climate awareness...

Educator Voice: How teaching climate education affects students

It’s clear to me that students today are facing a barrage of exceptionally difficult news, including headlines about climate change and how it wreaks havoc on people...

This Earth Day, Make Sure Every Child Learns Key Lessons About the Environment

Howard: Universal climate education can teach students how to preserve the planet today and train them for the green jobs of tomorrow

Climate education, indoors and out, is a necessity

It was heartening to see the positive letter to the editor about Gov. Wes Moore’s new executive order to establish the Maryland Outdoor Learning Partnership, but..

The harms of plastics are getting personal

The battle against plastics began decades ago. Early on, the focus was on the proliferation of plastic pollution and its impact on land use. In the 1980s...

On the agenda this Earth Day: A global treaty to end plastic pollution

Hey there, Looking Forward fam. Happy Earth Day (and Earth Week, and Earth Month) — a time of year when sustainability is...

That's A Wrap For Plastic

GREEN campaigners have insisted recycling is not the answer – instead we have to drastically cut our use of plastic....

Earth Day: ‘Green muscle memory’ and climate education promote behaviour change

This year, organizers of Earth Day are calling for widespread climate education as a critical step in the fight against climate change...

Shaping the Future of Climate Education and Empowerment with Bryce Coon, Ep. 74

Hello Earthlings! This week we’re celebrating Earth Day by delving deep into the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, a subject that touches on the health of our planet and ourselves. Our guest, Aidan Charron...